Jennifer Eve Futterman
Jennifer Eve Futterman
1248 Buena Vista Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262 � ------------ � ------------
Professional Summary
Experienced Educator in multiple modalities, specializing in Fitness (Health & Wellness) and Environmental Education, with over 25 years of experience in formal and non-formal settings for students of all ages. Known for excellent inter-personal skills and creative problem solving. Consistently recognized for developing good rapport with students, helping inspire student's focus, dedication, hard-work, good citizenship, and increased self-esteem.
Skills
Love working with all people, especially children
Highly creative
Inspired, caring, patient and kind Critical thinker
Passion for fitness, health & well-being Nurturing Whole Child (Mind/Body Balance) Community Oriented
Keen eye for detail
Work History
Forward-thinking
Environmentally Aware
Life Lab Science Through Gardening Teacher Artistic
Musical
Highly Sensitive/Intuitive Person Presentations and public speaking
11 years of experience leading students in Service Learning
Yoga Teacher (Including Teen Yoga For P.E. Credit), 06/2019 to Current Independent Contractor At 11 Locations � Coachella Valley, California
Beginning in June 2004, taught 10-20 Yoga classes weekly from Gentle Therapeutics to vigorous, challenging Flow style classes in Yoga studios, Hotels & Spas and Country Clubs.
I have been the primary teacher for Urban Yoga Center's Yoga for P.E. Credit for Teens at Palm Springs High School since 2005. It is a successful program, focusing on Mind/Body awareness and health on and off the Yoga mat. I taught Kids Yoga weekly on Saturdays at Urban Yoga 2005-2008.
Sustainability Commissioner (Volunteer Position), 06/2016 to Current City Of Palm Springs Sustainability Commission � Palm Springs, CA
Attend monthly Sustainability Commission meetings
Outreach Liaison position, sharing events, opportunities and brainstorming ideas through
in-person & electronic networking and social media posts
Lead for Coachella Valley Celebrates World Environment Day Standing Planning Committee, since 2016. This is an annual community event held the first Sunday in June. I coordinate 20-30 Environmental Exhibitors to share information and educate about the environment and sustainability, entertainment with live music, circus arts and live animal encounters, and Farm-to-Table food demos with local chefs preparing delicious plant-based recipes for attendees to sample. World Environment Day event is the place to showcase annual Environmental Art Contest, and Environmental Art Awards Ceremony.
Member of Ad-hoc Committee for Walkability/pedestrian safety & safe routes to schools.
Board Member & Co-Secretary (volunteer Position), 01/2014 to Current Environmental Education Collaborative Serving RI/SB Counties � Riverside, CA
Take minutes at monthly Steering Committee meetings & quarterly Board meetings. Coordinate Environmental Education Collaborative (EEC) Annual Environmental Art Contest
CREEC Coordinator, 01/2004 to 07/2018
SBCSS-San Bernardino County Superintendent Of Schools � Region 10 RIMS, CA
CREEC (California Regional Environmental Education Community) is a statewide Environmental Education Communications Network managed out of California Department of Education. The Fiscal agent for Region 10 RIMS is San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, however, my work in our region mostly served Riverside County Office of Education schools, as I live in the Coachella Valley, and was hired to be the CREEC Eastern Region Coachella Valley Coordinator. Promoted high quality Environmental Education opportunities for students and teachers (Professional Development) primarily in the Coachella Valley (RCOE area) but also provided information through quarterly newsletters and email flyers for our whole area of Region 10 RIMS. Created and organized an annual Environmental Art Contest open to all Pre-K---12 students in Region 10. Each year, one of the 5 elements is rotated as the theme for submissions to inspire critical thinking skills to be expressed creatively through visual art. Although I am no longer a CREEC Coordinator, I continued to coordinate the Art Contest this year (2019) as a volunteer, now being offered as an Environmental Education Collaborative (EEC) program.
Starting in 2007, I was the Chair and Coordinator for an annual Environmental Youth Leadership program for students grades 6-12. Teams of 4-8 students from Region 10 schools would attend a one-day skill-building workshop at The Living Desert in Palm Desert, to garner information and inspiration to spearhead an Environmental Service Learning project of their choice. Then over 6 months, teams would implement these projects, returning in the Spring for a celebration to share and report about their experience, the successes and challenges of Service Learning.
Led Professional Development Trainings for teachers to use various Environmental Education curricula; Education and the Environment Initiative (EEI), Project WET (Water Education for
Teachers) and Project Learning Tree (PLT).
Natural Science Outreach Educator, 09/2002 to 06/2004 Palm Springs Desert Museum � Palm Springs, CA
Created and conducted an outreach lesson for 7th Grade Life Science classes in Palm Springs Unified School District called Where There's Life, There's Water. It was a 2-day lesson where i would visit classes and teach about our watershed and where you find water in the desert, including desert animals and plants.
Led Natural Science outreach lessons for PSUSD Elementary Schools teaching about habitats for first grade and adaptations for 3rd grade classes.
Assisted Desert Biology 4th/5th grade class field trips, including 2 and 4 day overnight camping trips to National and State parks.
Led Nature Hikes for adults.
Substitute Teacher, 10/2000 to 06/2002 PSUSD � Palm Springs, CA
Taught at Elementary and Middle Schools across the Palm Springs Unified School District, including schools in Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City and Desert Hot Springs, as well as Palm Springs. I taught all academic subjects as well as P.E. Classes.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits. Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
Long Term Substitute Teacher, 04/1999 to 10/1999 Pajaro Unified School District � Freedom, CA
Taught self-contained classrooms at Freedom Elementary School, mostly conducting instruction in Spanish, as Freedom School at that time was comprised of 98% migrant farmworker children. Taught 3 different classes, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and record keeping. Had a class of 11 first graders in the spring of 1999 who were overflow students from the original 20:1 student to teacher ratio.
Taught 2/3 grade class Summer School.
Taught 2nd grade class in the fall when their teacher was out on maternity leave.
Instructed students in all grade level academic disciplines, principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
Taught Physical Education daily.
Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments.
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency. Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and taking responsibility for one's actions and feelings.
Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts. Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
Substitute Teacher, 09/1998 to 02/1999 PSUSD � Palm Springs, CA
Taught at Elementary and Middle Schools across the Palm Springs Unified School District, including schools in Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City and Desert Hot Springs, as well as Palm Springs. I taught all academic subjects as well as P.E. Classes.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits. Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
Girl Scout Leader, 10/1995 to 06/1998
Girl Scouts Of San Francisco Bay Area � Oakland, CA
Co-Coordinated 6 Girl Scout Troops in Inner-City Oakland at 3 different schools. It was a paid afterschool program that met weekly at 3 different schools sites with Brownie (grades 1-3) and Junior (grades 4-6) troops.
Worked towards earning Girl Scout badges by completing required activities. Took girls on Field Trips and Camping Trips.
Teaching Assistant, 09/1994 to 06/1995
Santa Cruz Unified School District � Santa Cruz, CA
Teaching assistant for 6th Grade Bi-lingual, Multicultural, Experiential Class.
Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Taught students Life Lab Science Through Gardening in the outdoor garden
Supervised children at parks and on field trips for hands-on lessons about nature and physical environment.
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction.
Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
Education
Master of Arts: Environmental Education
CSUSB - San Bernardino, CA
I completed one semester of the Environmental Education Masters program.
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
CSUSB - Palm Desert, CA
I completed about 2 years towards a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. I can have my resume sent to you to see which courses have been completed.
Bachelor of Arts: Environmental Studies, 1994
UC Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz, CA
I received my BA in Environmental Studies with a focus on Environmental Education. I did 3 quarters of internship teaching Life Lab Science Through Gardening at Bay View School. This internship later led to a paid position as a Teaching Assistant for an amazing Bi-lingual, Multi-Cultural Experiential Teacher named Olga O'Brien, who became my mentor and inspiration to teach.
High School Diploma: 1990
Henry M. Gunn High School - Palo Alto, CA
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Yoga Teacher Training, 2003
Mt. Madonna Center - Watsonville, CA
I lived for a month up at Mt. Madonna Center, where I received my first Yoga Teacher Training in Classical Ashtanga Yoga, the 8-limbed path.
Anusara Yoga 108-hr Immersion: Anusara Yoga, 2009 Bodacious Yoga - Carlsbad, CA
108 Hour Anusara Yoga Teacher Training: Anusara Yoga, 2010 La Jolla Yoga Center - La Jolla, CA
Kids Yoga Teacher Training: Yoga For Children, 2004 Indigo Kids Yoga - Encinitas, CA
Jennifer Eve Futterman
1248 Buena Vista Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262 � ------------ � ------------
Professional Summary
Experienced Educator in multiple modalities, specializing in Fitness (Health & Wellness) and Environmental Education, with over 25 years of experience in formal and non-formal settings for students of all ages. Known for excellent inter-personal skills and creative problem solving. Consistently recognized for developing good rapport with students, helping inspire student's focus, dedication, hard-work, good citizenship, and increased self-esteem.
Skills
Love working with all people, especially children
Highly creative
Inspired, caring, patient and kind Critical thinker
Passion for fitness, health & well-being Nurturing Whole Child (Mind/Body Balance) Community Oriented
Keen eye for detail
Work History
Forward-thinking
Environmentally Aware
Life Lab Science Through Gardening Teacher Artistic
Musical
Highly Sensitive/Intuitive Person Presentations and public speaking
11 years of experience leading students in Service Learning
Yoga Teacher (Including Teen Yoga For P.E. Credit), 06/2019 to Current Independent Contractor At 11 Locations � Coachella Valley, California
Beginning in June 2004, taught 10-20 Yoga classes weekly from Gentle Therapeutics to vigorous, challenging Flow style classes in Yoga studios, Hotels & Spas and Country Clubs.
I have been the primary teacher for Urban Yoga Center's Yoga for P.E. Credit for Teens at Palm Springs High School since 2005. It is a successful program, focusing on Mind/Body awareness and health on and off the Yoga mat. I taught Kids Yoga weekly on Saturdays at Urban Yoga 2005-2008.
Sustainability Commissioner (Volunteer Position), 06/2016 to Current City Of Palm Springs Sustainability Commission � Palm Springs, CA
Attend monthly Sustainability Commission meetings
Outreach Liaison position, sharing events, opportunities and brainstorming ideas through
in-person & electronic networking and social media posts
Lead for Coachella Valley Celebrates World Environment Day Standing Planning Committee, since 2016. This is an annual community event held the first Sunday in June. I coordinate 20-30 Environmental Exhibitors to share information and educate about the environment and sustainability, entertainment with live music, circus arts and live animal encounters, and Farm-to-Table food demos with local chefs preparing delicious plant-based recipes for attendees to sample. World Environment Day event is the place to showcase annual Environmental Art Contest, and Environmental Art Awards Ceremony.
Member of Ad-hoc Committee for Walkability/pedestrian safety & safe routes to schools.
Board Member & Co-Secretary (volunteer Position), 01/2014 to Current Environmental Education Collaborative Serving RI/SB Counties � Riverside, CA
Take minutes at monthly Steering Committee meetings & quarterly Board meetings. Coordinate Environmental Education Collaborative (EEC) Annual Environmental Art Contest
CREEC Coordinator, 01/2004 to 07/2018
SBCSS-San Bernardino County Superintendent Of Schools � Region 10 RIMS, CA
CREEC (California Regional Environmental Education Community) is a statewide Environmental Education Communications Network managed out of California Department of Education. The Fiscal agent for Region 10 RIMS is San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, however, my work in our region mostly served Riverside County Office of Education schools, as I live in the Coachella Valley, and was hired to be the CREEC Eastern Region Coachella Valley Coordinator. Promoted high quality Environmental Education opportunities for students and teachers (Professional Development) primarily in the Coachella Valley (RCOE area) but also provided information through quarterly newsletters and email flyers for our whole area of Region 10 RIMS. Created and organized an annual Environmental Art Contest open to all Pre-K---12 students in Region 10. Each year, one of the 5 elements is rotated as the theme for submissions to inspire critical thinking skills to be expressed creatively through visual art. Although I am no longer a CREEC Coordinator, I continued to coordinate the Art Contest this year (2019) as a volunteer, now being offered as an Environmental Education Collaborative (EEC) program.
Starting in 2007, I was the Chair and Coordinator for an annual Environmental Youth Leadership program for students grades 6-12. Teams of 4-8 students from Region 10 schools would attend a one-day skill-building workshop at The Living Desert in Palm Desert, to garner information and inspiration to spearhead an Environmental Service Learning project of their choice. Then over 6 months, teams would implement these projects, returning in the Spring for a celebration to share and report about their experience, the successes and challenges of Service Learning.
Led Professional Development Trainings for teachers to use various Environmental Education curricula; Education and the Environment Initiative (EEI), Project WET (Water Education for
Teachers) and Project Learning Tree (PLT).
Natural Science Outreach Educator, 09/2002 to 06/2004 Palm Springs Desert Museum � Palm Springs, CA
Created and conducted an outreach lesson for 7th Grade Life Science classes in Palm Springs Unified School District called Where There's Life, There's Water. It was a 2-day lesson where i would visit classes and teach about our watershed and where you find water in the desert, including desert animals and plants.
Led Natural Science outreach lessons for PSUSD Elementary Schools teaching about habitats for first grade and adaptations for 3rd grade classes.
Assisted Desert Biology 4th/5th grade class field trips, including 2 and 4 day overnight camping trips to National and State parks.
Led Nature Hikes for adults.
Substitute Teacher, 10/2000 to 06/2002 PSUSD � Palm Springs, CA
Taught at Elementary and Middle Schools across the Palm Springs Unified School District, including schools in Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City and Desert Hot Springs, as well as Palm Springs. I taught all academic subjects as well as P.E. Classes.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits. Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
Long Term Substitute Teacher, 04/1999 to 10/1999 Pajaro Unified School District � Freedom, CA
Taught self-contained classrooms at Freedom Elementary School, mostly conducting instruction in Spanish, as Freedom School at that time was comprised of 98% migrant farmworker children. Taught 3 different classes, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and record keeping. Had a class of 11 first graders in the spring of 1999 who were overflow students from the original 20:1 student to teacher ratio.
Taught 2/3 grade class Summer School.
Taught 2nd grade class in the fall when their teacher was out on maternity leave.
Instructed students in all grade level academic disciplines, principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
Taught Physical Education daily.
Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments.
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency. Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and taking responsibility for one's actions and feelings.
Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts. Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
Substitute Teacher, 09/1998 to 02/1999 PSUSD � Palm Springs, CA
Taught at Elementary and Middle Schools across the Palm Springs Unified School District, including schools in Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City and Desert Hot Springs, as well as Palm Springs. I taught all academic subjects as well as P.E. Classes.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies. Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits. Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
Girl Scout Leader, 10/1995 to 06/1998
Girl Scouts Of San Francisco Bay Area � Oakland, CA
Co-Coordinated 6 Girl Scout Troops in Inner-City Oakland at 3 different schools. It was a paid afterschool program that met weekly at 3 different schools sites with Brownie (grades 1-3) and Junior (grades 4-6) troops.
Worked towards earning Girl Scout badges by completing required activities. Took girls on Field Trips and Camping Trips.
Teaching Assistant, 09/1994 to 06/1995
Santa Cruz Unified School District � Santa Cruz, CA
Teaching assistant for 6th Grade Bi-lingual, Multicultural, Experiential Class.
Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Taught students Life Lab Science Through Gardening in the outdoor garden
Supervised children at parks and on field trips for hands-on lessons about nature and physical environment.
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction.
Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
Education
Master of Arts: Environmental Education
CSUSB - San Bernardino, CA
I completed one semester of the Environmental Education Masters program.
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
CSUSB - Palm Desert, CA
I completed about 2 years towards a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. I can have my resume sent to you to see which courses have been completed.
Bachelor of Arts: Environmental Studies, 1994
UC Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz, CA
I received my BA in Environmental Studies with a focus on Environmental Education. I did 3 quarters of internship teaching Life Lab Science Through Gardening at Bay View School. This internship later led to a paid position as a Teaching Assistant for an amazing Bi-lingual, Multi-Cultural Experiential Teacher named Olga O'Brien, who became my mentor and inspiration to teach.
High School Diploma: 1990
Henry M. Gunn High School - Palo Alto, CA
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Yoga Teacher Training, 2003
Mt. Madonna Center - Watsonville, CA
I lived for a month up at Mt. Madonna Center, where I received my first Yoga Teacher Training in Classical Ashtanga Yoga, the 8-limbed path.
Anusara Yoga 108-hr Immersion: Anusara Yoga, 2009 Bodacious Yoga - Carlsbad, CA
108 Hour Anusara Yoga Teacher Training: Anusara Yoga, 2010 La Jolla Yoga Center - La Jolla, CA
Kids Yoga Teacher Training: Yoga For Children, 2004 Indigo Kids Yoga - Encinitas, CA